For a deeper dive into the episode's production and behind-the-scenes stories, check out this discussion by the show's creators and cast: How We Stabbed Lily | S1E8 "The Duel" HWMYM Podcast YouTube• May 12, 2025 How We Stabbed Lily | S1E8 "The Duel" - Substack
The "fat pants" apartment subplot—where Lily discovers her old, unused apartment has been turned into a Chinese restaurant—highlights her subconscious need for an "escape hatch" despite her commitment to Marshall.
Barney introduces a new dating rule: a person has five minutes to decide if a date is worth continuing before they can "pull the plug" without repercussions.
Fans often note that this episode features Martin Starr as Robin's date, Kevin. It also sets up running gags, such as Marshall's tendency to accidentally hurt Lily and the recurring use of the swords in later seasons.
For a deeper dive into the episode's production and behind-the-scenes stories, check out this discussion by the show's creators and cast: How We Stabbed Lily | S1E8 "The Duel" HWMYM Podcast YouTube• May 12, 2025 How We Stabbed Lily | S1E8 "The Duel" - Substack
The "fat pants" apartment subplot—where Lily discovers her old, unused apartment has been turned into a Chinese restaurant—highlights her subconscious need for an "escape hatch" despite her commitment to Marshall. [S1E8] The Duel
Barney introduces a new dating rule: a person has five minutes to decide if a date is worth continuing before they can "pull the plug" without repercussions. For a deeper dive into the episode's production
Fans often note that this episode features Martin Starr as Robin's date, Kevin. It also sets up running gags, such as Marshall's tendency to accidentally hurt Lily and the recurring use of the swords in later seasons. It also sets up running gags, such as